OSWEGO, N.Y. — The Port of Oswego has signed a contract with the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) that’s in effect through December 2028.
“Signing this contract concludes positive negotiations between the Port and ILA and we are happy to have such a dedicated group of workers here at the Port working toward our mutual success,” William Scriber, executive director and CEO of the Port of Oswego Authority, said in its Friday announcement.
Besides the length, the Port of Oswego didn’t release any additional contract terms in its announcement.
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“We look forward to our ongoing, constructive relationship with the Port, and take great pride in our role in helping it grow and prosper,” Dan Hibbert, president, ILA Local 1570A, said in the Port of Oswego announcement.